Sailing Polaris

⛵ Welcome aboard Polaris Helvetica! 🌊 We’re Kathrin & Daniel, a sailing couple who swapped the rat race for life at sea. After our three boys left home, we sold everything, transformed Polaris into a liveaboard cruiser, and set sail north. 🚢 On this channel you’ll find: ✅ Arctic sailing & remote cruising ✅ Stunning hikes & cultural encounters ✅ The highs & lows of liveaboard life ✅ Stories of h…

Sleneset, Norway· 10/2026

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We Took Mediterranean Sailors to Arctic Norway — What Will They Think? | Ep. 99The crew of Polaris experiences a violent broach in 40-knot gusts while sailing the Helgeland coast.18/10/2026 · Sleneset, Norway

Publicado18/10/2026

Duração24:16

Visualizações5K

LocalizaçãoSleneset, Norway

We Waited 8 Days to Sail Here – Træna to Lovund, Norway | Ep. 98The crew of Polaris navigated shallow, narrow harbor entrances at Lovund, Norway, after waiting out heavy swells.4/10/2026 · Lovund, Norway

Publicado4/10/2026

Duração19:20

Visualizações11K

LocalizaçãoLovund, Norway

A New Way to Navigate? Installing Orca on Our Sailboat | Ep. 97The crew installs an Orca Core 2 and Display 2 on Polaris to supplement their existing Garmin system.20/09/2026

Publicado20/09/2026

Duração16:07

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We Couldn’t Leave This Arctic Island – Sailing Norway’s Træna Archipelago | Ep. 96The crew of Polaris waits out high seas and 30-knot gusts in the remote Træna archipelago, Norway.6/09/2026 · Træna, Norway

Publicado6/09/2026

Duração35:00

Visualizações7K

LocalizaçãoTræna, Norway

How a Tiny Norwegian Island Celebrates Norway’s Biggest Day – Bolga | Ep. 95Daniel and Kathrin navigate the Helgeland coast aboard Polaris, celebrating Constitution Day on the island of Bolga.16/08/2026 · Meløy, Norway

Publicado16/08/2026

Duração16:08

Visualizações3K

LocalizaçãoMeløy, Norway

We Found Norway’s Hidden Harbour (After Our Original Plan Failed) | Ep. 94Polaris navigates to Krogholmen after finding the harbor at Waag too shallow for its 2-meter draft.2/08/2026 · Gildeskål, Norway

Publicado2/08/2026

Duração11:55

Visualizações4K

LocalizaçãoGildeskål, Norway

Spring at 67°N: Cold Sailing Towards Bodø | Ep. 93Daniel and Kathrin sail their 46-foot yacht Polaris through cold, wet conditions toward the Norwegian port of Bodø.19/07/2026 · Steigen, Norway

Publicado19/07/2026

Duração23:40

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LocalizaçãoSteigen, Norway

Escaping the Gale After Lofoten’s Hardest Hike | Ep. 92Polaris weathers 55-knot gusts in Ballstad before racing a new gale across Vestfjorden.5/07/2026 · Nusfjord, Norway

Publicado5/07/2026

Duração16:00

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LocalizaçãoNusfjord, Norway

Sailing Through Snow Squalls in Lofoten | Arctic Spring Aboard Polaris | Ep. 91A snow squall forces a course change away from skerries during a late-April Lofoten passage in 20–30 knots.21/06/2026 · Skrova, Lofoten, northern Norway

Publicado21/06/2026

Duração22:27

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LocalizaçãoSkrova, Lofoten, northern Norway

We Finally Sailed Into Trollfjord — Lofoten’s Bucket-List Fjord | Ep 90A 46-foot yacht navigates narrow Norwegian fairways and tidal gates while managing fuel stops and avalanche risks.7/06/2026 · Lødingen, Norway

Publicado7/06/2026

Duração18:06

Visualizações3K

LocalizaçãoLødingen, Norway

First Sail South After Winter | Sailing Norway Ep 89Daniel and Kathrin begin a 500-mile journey south from Finnsnes while announcing their new Norwegian Cruising Guide.24/05/2026 · Valvagen, Senja, Norway

Publicado24/05/2026

Duração17:19

Visualizações3K

LocalizaçãoValvagen, Senja, Norway

#88 | Arctic Sailing Adventure: Final Sail to Finnsnes After 2,500 Nautical MilesThe crew winterizes their boat in Arctic Norway using glycol, heating cables, and bubble wrap insulation.10/05/2026 · Rysøyrenna, Norway

Publicado10/05/2026

Duração20:52

Visualizações3K

LocalizaçãoRysøyrenna, Norway

#87 | Arctic Sailing Adventure: Out of the Fog and Into ParadiseThe crew navigates shallow, rock-strewn Norwegian channels by timing transits with the flood tide for current assistance.26/04/2026 · Skarvågen, Langøya, Norway

Publicado26/04/2026

Duração18:19

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LocalizaçãoSkarvågen, Langøya, Norway

#86 | Arctic Sailing Adventure: Whale Encounters on Senja’s Exposed CoastlineSailing beyond the 12-mile limit resets the two-year customs clock for foreign vessels in Norwegian waters.12/04/2026 · Andenes, Norway

Publicado12/04/2026

Duração23:47

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#85 | Arctic Sailing Adventure: Cold Fjord Swimming & Quiet Anchorages in SenjaThe crew uses barentswatch.no to identify and avoid stationary fishing nets marked by AIS emitters near Senja.29/03/2026 · Senja, Norway

Publicado29/03/2026

Duração23:30

Visualizações3K

LocalizaçãoSenja, Norway

Sailing 550 Miles Home from the High ArcticCalculating fuel consumption and monitoring weather windows are essential for a 550-nautical-mile Arctic passage.15/03/2026 · Isfjorden, Spitsbergen

Publicado15/03/2026

Duração24:05

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LocalizaçãoIsfjorden, Spitsbergen

#83 Expedition Svalbard | High Arctic Sailing, Icebergs & Polar HistoryDrifting bergy bits threaten an anchored Polaris overnight in Personhamna, Kongsfjorden, Svalbard.1/03/2026 · Personhamna, Kongsfjorden, Svalbard

Publicado1/03/2026

Duração21:59

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LocalizaçãoPersonhamna, Kongsfjorden, Svalbard

#82 / Expedition Svalbard – Too Close? Polar Bear Encounter in the High ArcticAn alpha male polar bear approaches anchored boats at Pulepinten during a Svalbard Arctic expedition.15/02/2026 · Barentsburg, Norway

Publicado15/02/2026

Duração26:54

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LocalizaçãoBarentsburg, Norway

#81 | Expedition Svalbard: Longyearbyen, Hiking in Polar Bear Country and the Life of a Coal MinerNorwegian law requires a loaded gun outside Longyearbyen due to polar bears.31/01/2026 · Longyearbyen, Norway

Publicado31/01/2026

Duração20:07

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LocalizaçãoLongyearbyen, Norway

#80 | Expedition Svalbard: Our First Anchorage in the IceNear-invisible 20–50 kg ice fragments at Isbjørnhamna prove harder to spot than car-sized growlers.17/12/2025 · Svalbard, Norway

Publicado17/12/2025

Duração30:19

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LocalizaçãoSvalbard, Norway

#79 | Expedition Svalbard: Bjørnøya Reveals Its Stories - Outpost Life and Arctic HistoryThe crew of *Polaris* visits the remote Bjørnøya meteorological station and learns local Arctic survival and safety protocols.29/11/2025 · Teltvika, Bjørnøya (Bear Island), Svalbard

Publicado29/11/2025

Duração30:57

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LocalizaçãoTeltvika, Bjørnøya (Bear Island), Svalbard

#78 | Expedition Svalbard: Midnight Sun, Wildlife and One Big DecisionThe crew of Polaris navigates 352 nautical miles to anchor at Bjørnøya while managing fuel and Arctic weather.15/11/2025 · Barents Sea

Publicado15/11/2025

Duração23:48

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LocalizaçãoBarents Sea

#77 | Expedition Svalbard: Last Checks Before Setting Sail for the Edge of the IceThe crew of *Polaris* upgrades their ground tackle and communication systems for a high-latitude expedition to Svalbard.1/11/2025 · Tromsø, Norway

Publicado1/11/2025

Duração22:05

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LocalizaçãoTromsø, Norway

#76 | Arctic Sailing Adventure: 120 Nautical Miles Along the Edge of the Artic OceanPolaris motors 120 nautical miles from Hammerfest to Tromsø, navigating the notoriously rough waters of the Loppa area.18/10/2025 · Hammerfest, Norway

Publicado18/10/2025

Duração19:49

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LocalizaçãoHammerfest, Norway

#75 | Arctic Sailing Adventure: Our First Voyage of the Season to Hammerfest & BeyondPolaris navigates the Norwegian coast while managing tidal currents and engine maintenance during a northern expedition.26/07/2025

Publicado26/07/2025

Duração25:58

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#74 | Arctic Winter Aboard: Off-Trail Snow Adventures Through Norway’s WildernessDaniel and Kathrin use fjell skis and the Skispoor Mobile app to navigate winter trails near Finnsnes.13/06/2025

Publicado13/06/2025

Duração26:21

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#73 | Arctic Winter Aboard: Northern Lights, Reindeer Races & Arctic RoadsThe crew of Polaris explores Tromsø, Norway, via rental car and tours the catamaran MS Rygerdronningen.12/04/2025 · Tromsø, Norway

Publicado12/04/2025

Duração24:31

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LocalizaçãoTromsø, Norway

#72 | Arctic Winter Aboard: Inside Life on Polaris During the Harshest SeasonThe crew of Polaris manages winter conditions in Finnsnes, Norway, using a dehumidifier and onboard water maker.15/03/2025 · Finnsnes, Norway

Publicado15/03/2025

Duração21:34

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LocalizaçãoFinnsnes, Norway

#71 | Arctic Winter Aboard: DIY Fixes, Freezing Prep & Epic HikesThe crew of Polaris installs a washing machine in a former head compartment before winterizing in Norway.8/03/2025 · Arjeplogs kommun, Sweden

Publicado8/03/2025

Duração19:52

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LocalizaçãoArjeplogs kommun, Sweden

#70 | Sailing Arctic Norway: Wrapping Up The Season & An Unforgettable Hike!The crew of Polaris uses a Blue3 Nomad diving system to perform underwater hull maintenance in Norway.1/03/2025 · Senja, Norway

Publicado1/03/2025

Duração19:51

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LocalizaçãoSenja, Norway

#69 | Sailing Arctic Norway: Epic Adventures From Tromsø To SenjaThe crew uses a laser distance meter and a 33-kilogram Rocna anchor to secure Polaris in Norway.22/02/2025 · Tromsø, Norway

Publicado22/02/2025

Duração18:09

Visualizações6K

LocalizaçãoTromsø, Norway

#68 | Sailing Arctic Norway: Through Narrow Sounds & Remote IslandsPolaris navigates the narrow, rock-strewn fairway of Kvalsund while timing tidal currents to reach Tromsø harbor safely.15/02/2025 · Karlsøy, Norway

Publicado15/02/2025

Duração16:20

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LocalizaçãoKarlsøy, Norway

#67 | Sailing Arctic Norway: WWII Bunkers, Whisky & Epic Hike in the Lyngen Alps!The crew of Polaris explores WWII bunkers on Arøya and visits the Aurora Spirit Distillery in Lyngen.8/02/2025 · Lyngen, Norway

Publicado8/02/2025

Duração15:57

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LocalizaçãoLyngen, Norway

#66 | Sailing Arctic Norway: The Majestic Øksfjord Glacier – A Breathtaking Natural Wonder!Polaris navigates narrow Norwegian fjords while managing tidal current effects on speed and fuel-efficient route planning.1/02/2025 · Loppa, Norway

Publicado1/02/2025

Duração22:02

Visualizações5K

LocalizaçãoLoppa, Norway

#65 | Sailing Arctic Norway: Can it get any better?Daniel and Kathrin use Barentswatch.no to navigate around commercial fishing nets while sailing Polaris in northern Norway.25/01/2025 · Senja, Norway

Publicado25/01/2025

Duração20:08

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LocalizaçãoSenja, Norway

#64 | Sailing Arctic Norway: A Trash Departure, Stiff Winds And Discovering Our Winter HarbourPolaris navigates high-wind passages in northern Norway before securing a winter berth in the protected Finnsness harbor.7/12/2024 · Harstad, Norway

Publicado7/12/2024

Duração15:02

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LocalizaçãoHarstad, Norway

#63 | Sailing Arctic Norway: Fishing, Midnight Sun & Puben på MeløyværPolaris navigates the narrow Rysøyrenna channel while timing passage around commercial Hurtigruten ship traffic in northern Norway.30/11/2024 · Sortland, Norway

Publicado30/11/2024

Duração19:05

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LocalizaçãoSortland, Norway

#62 | Sailing Arctic Norway: Nusfjord, Reine, Gaukværøya & An Epic Orca Encounter!The crew of Polaris navigates the Gimsøystraumen tidal currents and anchors at the remote island of Gaukværøya.24/11/2024 · Reine, Norway

Publicado24/11/2024

Duração24:15

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LocalizaçãoReine, Norway

#61 | Sailing Arctic Norway: Lofoten Adventure from Svolvær to Stamsund + A Close Call at Sea!The crew of Polaris avoids a potential mast strike after discovering a power line clearance discrepancy in Stamsund.16/11/2024 · Henningsvær, Norway

Publicado16/11/2024

Duração22:43

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LocalizaçãoHenningsvær, Norway

#60 | Sailing Arctic Norway: Hjelløya to Svolvær - Stunning Views & Unexpected Surprises!The crew of Polaris performs an underwater drive leg inspection and navigates shallow harbor depths in Svolvær.11/11/2024 · Vågan, Norway

Publicado11/11/2024

Duração21:48

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LocalizaçãoVågan, Norway

#59 | Sailing in Norway: Conquering Rødøyløva & Witnessing Saltstraumen’s Mighty Currents!Polaris navigates the tidal currents of Saltstraumen and seeks shelter in Bodø before continuing north toward Lofoten.20/09/2024 · Kvina, Norway

Publicado20/09/2024

Duração20:46

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LocalizaçãoKvina, Norway

#58 | Sailing in Norway: The Legend of Torghatten and Crossing the Arctic Circle!The crew of Polaris crosses the Arctic Circle at 66 degrees 30 minutes north while sailing Norway.17/08/2024 · Rørvik, Norway

Publicado17/08/2024

Duração21:58

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LocalizaçãoRørvik, Norway

#57 | Sailing in Norway: Fiddly Winds On The Inshore RoutePolaris navigates narrow Norwegian channels and variable fjord winds while managing bridge clearances and commercial traffic.29/07/2024 · Trondheim, Norway

Publicado29/07/2024

Duração22:30

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LocalizaçãoTrondheim, Norway

#56 | Sailing in Norway: Exploring Norway's Coastal Gems and Hidden BeautiesPolaris navigates the notorious Stadlandet headland and shallow Norwegian channels while the crew practices celestial navigation.15/07/2024 · Ålesund, Norway

Publicado15/07/2024

Duração23:10

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LocalizaçãoÅlesund, Norway

#55 | Sailing in Norway: First Steps From Bergen to MåloyPolaris navigates the protected inshore fjords of Norway while transiting from Bergen to Måløy.30/06/2024 · Solund, Norway

Publicado30/06/2024

Duração16:32

Visualizações15K

LocalizaçãoSolund, Norway

#54 | North Sea Adventure: Sailing from Scotland to NorwayThe crew of Polaris completes a 360-nautical-mile North Sea crossing from Inverness, Scotland, to Bergen, Norway.16/06/2024 · Inverness, United Kingdom

Publicado16/06/2024

Duração29:31

Visualizações11K

LocalizaçãoInverness, United Kingdom

#53 | Sailing the Caledonian Canal: A Scenic Journey Through The Scottish HighlandsPolaris transits the 50-nautical-mile Caledonian Canal, navigating 29 locks and 11 swing bridges over five days.5/06/2024 · Fort William, United Kingdom

Publicado5/06/2024

Duração28:29

Visualizações8K

LocalizaçãoFort William, United Kingdom

#52 | Stormy Seas & Whisky: Islay to Oban AdventureThe crew secures Polaris with a spider web line configuration to withstand 50-knot gusts at Port Ellen.19/05/2024 · Argyll and Bute, United Kingdom

Publicado19/05/2024

Duração21:42

Visualizações4K

LocalizaçãoArgyll and Bute, United Kingdom

#51 | Boat Tour of Polaris: Our Upgraded Bavaria Cruiser 46 (2017)The 2017 Bavaria Cruiser 46 *Polaris* features a 9kW hydronic heating system for high-latitude cold-weather cruising.4/05/2024

Publicado4/05/2024

Duração29:54

Visualizações21K

#50 | Bidding Farewell and Planning for a Fearsome PassageThe crew of Polaris uses a graphical passage planning method to time their transit around the Mull.20/04/2024 · Argyll and Bute, United Kingdom

Publicado20/04/2024

Duração21:06

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LocalizaçãoArgyll and Bute, United Kingdom

#49 | Winter Maintenance & Repairs: Sailing Life Unveiled!The crew replaced the Volvo Penta sail drive gaiter and JFA rudder bearings on their Bavaria sailboat.9/04/2024 · Largs, United Kingdom

Publicado9/04/2024

Duração17:12

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LocalizaçãoLargs, United Kingdom

#48 | Sailing in Scotland: Running Aground in the Crinan Canal & Hiking Goat FellThe crew of Polaris transits the Crinan Canal and hikes Goatfell on the Isle of Arran.16/12/2023 · Ardeonaig, United Kingdom

Publicado16/12/2023

Duração25:52

Visualizações8K

LocalizaçãoArdeonaig, United Kingdom

#47 | Sailing in Scotland: Tobermory, Loch Aline, Oban & Anchor DisasterThe crew manually retrieves a 33-kilogram anchor on Polaris after a 175-amp windlass fuse blows in Scotland.9/12/2023 · Tobermory, United Kingdom

Publicado9/12/2023

Duração21:17

Visualizações16K

LocalizaçãoTobermory, United Kingdom

#46 | Sailing in Scotland: Ullapool to Mallaig, Mutiny, Plan B & DolphinsThe crew of Polaris diverted to Gairloch after encountering 25-knot headwinds during a passage from Ullapool.2/12/2023 · Highland, United Kingdom

Publicado2/12/2023

Duração24:58

Visualizações7K

LocalizaçãoHighland, United Kingdom

#45 | Sailing in Scotland: Summer Isles And "Wetty Betty"The crew of Polaris uses elastic climbing ropes as mooring shock absorbers to survive 53-knot storm gusts.25/11/2023 · Altandhu, United Kingdom

Publicado25/11/2023

Duração22:32

Visualizações10K

LocalizaçãoAltandhu, United Kingdom

#44 | Sailing Adventure in North-West Scotland: Lobsters, Highland Games And Mount SulivenThe crew of *Polaris* manages windlass failure and explores the Highland Games while cruising northwest Scotland.18/11/2023 · Highland, United Kingdom

Publicado18/11/2023

Duração20:52

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LocalizaçãoHighland, United Kingdom

#43 | Sailing Scotland: Rounding Cape WrathThe crew of Polaris navigates the complex tidal currents and steep seas surrounding Scotland's Cape Wrath.11/11/2023 · Sutherland, United Kingdom

Publicado11/11/2023

Duração19:15

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LocalizaçãoSutherland, United Kingdom

#42 | Sailing from Fair Isle to the Orkney Islands: Exploring the Islands & Neolithic WondersThe crew of Polaris navigates the Orkney Islands, managing tidal gates and docking in challenging coastal conditions.23/10/2023 · Whitehall, United Kingdom

Publicado23/10/2023

Duração22:25

Visualizações5K

LocalizaçãoWhitehall, United Kingdom

#41 | Sailing to Fair Isle: The Mystic Rock Between Shetland and OrkneyPolaris navigates the tidal currents of the Sumburgh Roost during a passage from Lerwick to Fair Isle.15/10/2023 · Levenwick, United Kingdom

Publicado15/10/2023

Duração25:10

Visualizações6K

LocalizaçãoLevenwick, United Kingdom

#40 | Shetland's Beauty: Sailing, Wildlife & History Revealed!The crew of Polaris navigates Yell Sound and explores historic sites across the Shetland Islands.30/09/2023 · Shetland, United Kingdom

Publicado30/09/2023

Duração21:52

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LocalizaçãoShetland, United Kingdom

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